U.S. News Insider Tip: The sunset from Belle Isle's aptly named Sunset Point, on the island's western edge, can't be beat. Bring a picnic and enjoy Detroit's best view. – Sarah Bence In the midst of ...

After years of planning, the longest state-designated trail in the U.S. just got even longer with the completion of another stretch of the Iron Belle Trail. "It's really, really special to be able to ...

Detroit — The Belle Isle Conservancy's new CEO has a history of growing Detroit's public spaces and said she wants longtime residents and frequent park visitors to lead the vision for the island's ...

BELLE ISLE (WXYZ) — Leaders at Belle Isle are hoping to create a new public commons area aimed at making the park more accessible and connected for the more than 5 ...

DNR and Belle Isle Conservancy officials are seeking the public's help in prioritizing where to focus the next improvements at the state park on a Detroit River island. Park officials have conducted ...

DETROIT – A 6-year-old Detroit boy with autism drowned Saturday night at Belle Isle Park during a family reunion, despite rapid response from first responders and community members who attempted ...

A 6-year-old boy is dead after drowning in a river at Belle Isle Park on Saturday night, according to Michigan State Police. Multiple children, including the boy, were playing at the park during a ...

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Belle Isle Conservatory are seeking input from Detroiters and Belle Isle visitors on potential upgrades for the island park, known as the "jewel of ...

DETROIT (WXYZ) — Two men who were strangers told us they rescued an alligator from Belle Isle Park in Detroit on Wednesday. Last Friday, a gator was spotted near ...